What's the role?

As a Laboratory Technician, you will be accountable for inorganic elemental analysis areas employing Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP), x-Ray Fluorescence (XRF), and various sample preparation techniques (acid digestion, microwave digestion, dissolution, etc.) and physical property testing (Pore Size Distribution (PSD), Surface Area (SA) Analysis, etc.).

Key accountabilities:

• Perform sample preparation and analysis in conformance with established analytical and safety procedures, using a range of solid and liquid chemicals, laboratory glassware, ovens, electronic balances, and instruments, with due attention to safety, including seeking assistance and advice when appropriate. Adapt methods as needed, with some assistance from local colleagues, for new or different sample types.
• Perform calibrations following established procedures; modify procedures under guidance by experienced colleagues as needed. Evaluate QA sample results and instrument output to ensure data quality. Perform maintenance, troubleshoot, and repair instruments of assigned area with guidance from more senior/experienced colleagues, and address data quality issues as they arise.
• Independently process data using general analytical- and technique-specific software and generate analysis reports for sample submitters.
• Initiate work to modify analytical procedures as required.
• Function as lab monitor, apply HSSE rules; recognize possible hazards, act upon them, and initiate work process changes where needed; Understand the Permit to Work process. Manage material flow through the lab (samples, chemicals, solvents, and wastes etc.)
• Support team lead in managing workload and priorities, document job aid/SOP and train onsite worker on routine tasks/methods.

What we need from you

• Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer.
  
• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or related Field or three (3) years of relevant lab experience.
  
• Demonstrated ability to handle ICP, XRF, microwave digestion, acid digestion, Particle Size Distribution (PSD), Surface Area (SA) for extrudate and catalyst.
  
• Demonstrated experience using relevant Analytical instruments, performing routine to moderately complex data analysis, and reporting routine results to customers for Analytical technical areas mentioned above.
  
• Demonstrated ability to handle a limited range of sample-dependent method adaption for non-routine samples.
  
• Demonstrated ability to utilize and adapt IT tools.
  
• Experience with PQR and SAP is a plus.
  
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate with stakeholders & manage delivery for a broad set of test methods/instruments where priorities and timelines can vary over time, and initiate action when these cannot be successfully managed.
  
• Demonstrated ability to maintain, enforce, and improve a quality control regime.
  

The base salary range for this position is $70,000 - $106,000 per year. Individual pay will be based on various factors, such as relevant work experience, education, certifications, skill level, seniority, and internal equity.

For regular full-time or regular part-time employees of the Company (participating companies as listed in the Summary Plan Description), insurance coverage options include medical, dental, vision coverage, life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs. Employees also participate in a company pension plan and a 401(k) plan. Paid leave includes up to 6 weeks of paid vacation time, up to 11 paid holidays, and parental leave offering 16 weeks of paid leave to birthing mothers, and 8 weeks of paid leave for non-birthing parents.

Additionally, employees are eligible for disability leave for up to 52 weeks at 100% or 50% of base pay. Shell also offers other compensation such financial reimbursement for adoption, wellness, education, and personal learning expenses, and some roles are eligible for discretionary long-term incentives. For interns, eligible benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs; participation in a 401(k) plan; and paid leave for up to 11 paid holidays. Additional information on Shell's US benefit programs can be found at https://www.shell.us/careers/about-careers-at-shell/rewards-and-benefits.html .

Company description

Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies with about 84,000 employees across more than 70 countries. We aim to meet the world's growing need for more and cleaner energy solutions in ways that are economically, environmentally and socially responsible. We have expertise in among other exploration, production, refining and marketing of oil and natural gas, and the manufacturing and marketing of oil products, chemicals, electric power, renewables and energy solutions.

As a global energy company operating in a challenging world, we set high standards f performance and ethical behaviors. We are judged by how we act and how we live up to our core values of honesty, integrity and respect for people. Our Business Principles are based on these. They promote trust, openness, teamwork and professionalism, as well as pride in what we do and how we conduct business.

Building on our core values, we aspire to sustain a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels respected and valued, from our employees to our customers and partners. A diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment are vital to our success, leading to greater innovation and better energy solutions.

An innovative place to work

There's never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, whilst managing the risks of climate change.

Join us and you'll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future - whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently.

An inclusive place to work

To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we're nurturing an inclusive environment - one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills and reach your potential...

We're creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment processes, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we'll take it from there.

We're closing the gender gap - whether that's through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.

We're striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.

We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.

A rewarding place to work

Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.

We're huge advocates for career development. We'll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.